Rhodochrosite
at-auction$ 20
- Locality
- Uchucchacua Mine, Lima Dept., Peru
- Minerals
- Rhodochrosite
- Dimensions
- 7.0 x 5.5 x 4.5 cm
- Size class
- Small Cabinet
- SID
- G397
Gemmy red pink scalenohedral rhodochrosite crystals are shown scattered on a matrix of manganese oxides. A couple of the crystals are double terminated. Minor contact to some, typical for the locality. The high luster and gem quality of the crystals is notable. Valued at $250.